Mechanical Project Engineer-Hybrid

Job Description

Job Title:Mechanical Project Engineer-Hybrid

Reports to:Director of Equipment

Department: Equipment Division

FLSA Status:Exempt

Join a mid-size manufacturer where you will not be treated like a number! This is a chance to spread your wings and grow alongside a friendly team. Our client has low turnover and is growing due to the quality of their product, demand, and exceptional service.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Project Engineer with experience in custom equipment design and full project lifecycle management. This individual will play a key role in engineering, managing, and delivering mechanical systems tailored to customer needs. From concept through commissioning, this role is responsible for CAD design, technical leadership, coordination with internal teams, and direct customer engagement.

Responsibilities:

Design custom mechanical equipment using CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent).

Manage projects from initial customer specifications through design, fabrication, assembly, and delivery.

Interface directly with customers to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure satisfaction.

Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and technical deliverables.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including fabrication, controls, and field service.

Oversee equipment testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning (on-site and remote).

Maintain documentation including BOMs, drawings, manuals, and specifications.

Support continuous improvement and standardization of design and build processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors or Associates Degree in Engineering or relative experience

Experience: 3-5 years experience in Engineering related to the design and manufacture of custom equipment.

Specific Skills/requirements:

Calculations capabilities to solve complex systems (structural loading, drive size, conveyance systems, etc)

Sizing water pumps, gear motors and cylinders

Experience with standard fabrication methods

Ability to write sequence of operations for controls engineering and automation

Hydraulic and Pneumatic experience

Solidworks/Inventor experience

Ability to travel 10-20%, including international travel.

Full-time

Hybrid remote